What Is the Difference Between Templates and Profiles?
Feature | Templates | Profiles |
Purpose | Save single chart settings | Save entire workspace layouts |
Contents | Includes indicators, chart style, and appearance | Includes multiple charts, symbols, and their positions |
Scope | Applies to one chart at a time | Applies to the full platform layout |
Use Case | Reuse a specific chart setup | Restore a complete multi-chart trading environment |
Access Path | Right-click on chart → Template | File menu → Profiles |
How Do I Create a New Profile?
Step 1 - Set up your workspace
Open multiple charts
Arrange them as desired
Add indicators and tools to each chart
Step 2 - Save as Profile
Go to File > Profiles
Select Save As
Enter a descriptive name
Click Save
How Do I Switch Between Profiles?
Quick switching:
Go to File > Profiles
Select any saved profile from the list
Your workspace changes immediately
What gets saved:
Chart positions and sizes
All indicators and their settings
Drawing tools and objects
Timeframes for each chart
Symbol selection for each chart
How Do I Manage My Profiles?
To rename a Profile:
Go to File > Profiles
Right-click on the profile name
Select Rename
To delete a Profile:
Go to File > Profiles
Right-click on the profile name
Select Delete
Default Profile:
MT5 automatically saves your last workspace/li>
Reopens when you restart MT5
Always create custom profiles for specific strategies
The profile system complements the template functionality by providing broader workspace management capabilities. While templates focus on individual chart configurations, profiles encompass entire workspace layouts with multiple charts and tools. |